Leif Mether, webmaster for the FINNGEN mailing list, has written a comprehensive explanation (in English) of the origins of Finnish surnames. This is WONDERFUL! Also, a full listing of links (on the left side) will direct you to hundreds of international authors, books, and data on Finnish history and genealogy.

This is a VERY useful chart, showing the English meanings of abbreviations found in Finnish Vital Records. It explains some of the most confusing terms that you will find in researching Church records in HISKI. At this site click on Abbreviations & Terms.

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